In most cases, to apply for a CSCS card, you must have passed the ConstructionSkills Health and Safety test within the past two years. Exemptions to this requirement are listed below.
The aim of the test is to examine knowledge across a wide range of health and safety topics in order to improve safety and productivity on site. It is usually taken as a PC-based touch screen test at either a mobile testing unit or an accredited test centre.
The type of card being applied for will determine the level of test that needs to be taken. Further information on this can be found in the Occupations section of this website.
To book a ConstructionSkills Health and Safety Test online click here or you can call the information and booking line on 0344 994 4488. The cost of the test is £17.50.
If the person taking the test needs additional support eg accessibility or literacy please call the booking line to discuss the requirements.
A range of books and DVD’s are available to help revise for the test. They are available from most high street and online booksellers or you can order them by calling 0344 994 4488 or visiting www.healthandsafetytest.co.uk
If you have achieved a construction related NVQ or SVQ within the last two years and are applying for a CSCS card for the first time, you may not have to pass a ConstructionSkills health and safety test. Please check with your training provider. This is only available to new applications and cannot be used for card renewals.
CSCS has a mutual recognition agreement with FAS (Eire) Safepass which acts as an exemption to the ConstructionSkills Health and Safety Test requirement.
HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE CSCS CARDS
1,519,277